How to correct this chest indentation post-op Gyno Surgery? (Photos)

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Hi experts and docs, I had gyno surgery a week ago, gland removal and lipo on the right pec and lipo only on the left, but I notice an indentation on my right pec. Is this a serious procedural problem or is it just some normal post op irregularity that will go away on it's own? Thanks

Sean Doherty, MD, FACS · Answer

At one week post op, it is way too soon to judge your results. Swelling is often asymmetric and can throw off how your chest looks for many weeks. For now, be patient. However, if the swelling doesn't improve and/or gets worse then see your surgeon asap. Best of luck.

Bruce E. Genter, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

It is only 1 week postop and you had different procedures on each side.  The recovery will therefore be slightly different on each side.  You should check with your plastic surgeon to make sure you do not have a collection of blood or fluid within the right breast.  Otherwise, for the time being you should be patient.  Minor contour irregularities often improve with time.

How to correct this chest indentation post-op Gyno Surgery? (Photos)

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